Student Petitions & Resources

Resources for Mechanical Engineering Students

Our current students know the meaning of hard work, involvement, and the importance of thinking about the future. They are global students, technology innovators, and active community members. The UCSB College of Engineering and our departments provide academic support, career development opportunities, and research opportunities for current undergraduate students.

ACADEMIC ADVISING

Visit our academic advising site for details about major, program, and college advising services.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING PETITIONS AND FORMS

The forms are for undergraduates declared in a College of Engineering major. You may submit your petition via email or in person. Before submitting the petition make sure all fields are complete and all signatures have been obtained.

CAREER SERVICES & SUPPORT

Event listing for information sessions and career events for students, advice for career events, internships, and resume review.

ACADEMIC & LEARNING SUPPORT

CLAS (campus learning assistance services), Tau Beta Pi honor society tutoring services, engineering undergraduate study room, and student resources

FOOD, HOUSING, & FINANCIAL RESOURCES

Food access at UCSB, community housing, and emergency financial funds.

MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH RESOURCES

Student Health, CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services), Student Mental Health Coordination Services, Drug and Alcohol Program, and more.

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

How to get involved in undergraduate research, how to approach a research mentor, and a directory of opportunities

ENGINEERING STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

UCSB student organizations of interest to engineering students, including local chapters of national membership organizations, Engineering Student Council, and the TBP honor society

STUDY ABROAD

Learn more about UC Education Abroad Program opportunities specific to College of Engineering students

Transfer Credit Guidelines

Guidelines for transferring credit from courses taken at other institutions

SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID

Scholarships are available to current College of Engineering students and links to undergraduate financial aid resources

GRADUATION

Information and dates about the graduation process, Commencement, and the Senior Send-off ceremony

Leaving & Returning 

Students who need to leave the university or are returning after a break in attendance must follow university protocols. 

Additional Resources